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Cockpit overview.............-000005 
Indicator lights overview...........0. 
Display and operation............ 
Instrument cluster............... 
Instrument cluster overview........... 
Coolant temperature indicator......... 
Tachometer.......... 0.0 eee eee eee 
Odometer as =  s eee = seen ge zee a tows e 
Outside temperature display........... 
Fuellevel.......... 0. cece eee eee eee 
Multifunction steering wheel.......... 
Vehicle functions « se-0 2. ese ve eee ees 
MessageS ... 0... eee eee eee 
Starting and driving............. 
Opening and closing............. 
Central locking 2.2% ieee seven a eevee 
Luggage compartment lid............. 
Power windows.............0.00 0005 
Garage door opener...............0.. 
POWER EOPE: « «cece 0 csv « o semiens 6  0 eens 
Automatic power top................. 
Wind deflector ecax «  x came + 5 yom 2 4 ews 
Power top emergency operation........ 
Lights and Vision................. 
Exterior lighting ssivses +  « ssa 3s inane 9  & sou 
Interior lighting. ................000. 
VISION s « s saas ss sees Fo Hees Eo ee ee 
Windshield wipers..............00005 
Digital compass................0000. 
Sitting correctly and safely...... 
Correct passenger seating position...... 
Front seats .......... 00sec eee eee 
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Steerimg' wheelies «+ eau a x conse 0 sessvas 
Safety belts. ....... 0... eee eee eee 
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Child safety seats... 00.2... cece eens 
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Stowing and using............... 63 
Power SourceS......  00... c eee eee 63 
StOraGe « coun s  2 ween s  2 MEWS 4  a REE 5p eS 63 
Luggage compartment............... 64 
Roof rack... 6.66. e ee eee eee eee  eee 67 
Warrriiandicoleiis « 6 sis os wiwia sos 69 
Climate control system............... 69 
Fluids in the A/C system. ............. 72 
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Generalinformation................. 74 
Starting and stopping the engine....... 75 
Electromechanical parking brake....... 77 
Starting to drive..... 02... eee eee 78 
Sporty Criving'ss < « exes xe een xe pews x ee 79 
Automatic transmission.............. 79 
Driver assistance................. 87 
Assist systems................00. 87 
Speed warning system...............- 87 
Cruise control system.............0-5 87 
Audi active lane assist................ 89 
LAPRIMIOG enesnin «  © csansiza « oxensms 9  © ecesere oe tee 91 
Audi side assist 93 
Audi drive select (drive settings)........ 96 
Parking aid....................... 99 
IMEROGUCtION ax =  x eae x 2 ney 5s goes &  & Hees 99 
Rear parking system ........0...-00 0% 100 
Parking system plus.............-.04. 100 
RearvieW Camera cw + x cya so nema « gas 101 
Adjusting the display and the warning 
TONES 2. eee 103 
ErtOr  MeSSAGCSix. « = sown «  = sem ee eee s 103 
Intelligent Technology........... 105 
Electronic Stabilization Control (ESC).... 105 
Brakes’: so isemwe o eames av omceme 2  2 mess 6 ase 107 
Steering... ..... cece eee  ee  eee ee 108 
All wheel drive (quattro).............. 109 
Rearspoiler's « css i essa s  ¢ oes se sores 109 
Energy management................. 110 
Infotainment system............ 111 
Multi Media Interface............ Lid 
Traffic safety information............. VT 
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MMI On/Off knob with joystick function.. 111 
  
MMI operation...........00--0ee eee 112 
MMItOUEH: « + seers 2  » wesem 2  2 mame &  ¢ gores 113 
Control knob with joystick function..... 116 
Letter/number speller................ 117 
FReetext Search « xc « x saves ©  ¢ mom 2 3 ee 119 
Menus and symbols............000005 120 
Voice recognition system........ is 
Generalinformation................. 122 
OPerariing x  « cencamn a 6 ceeseon © 6 eum x mere aw 123 
Command overview information........ 124 
GomMands « cages « x sess x  x caus a  2 ce 124 
Telephone...............-.-2-0055 129 
INtrOAUEtION «  © sens x  = sees + oe ws 2  e eee 129 
S@tUP cocess  & ascewms vo sucnene wo meus ow nea 129 
Using the Audi phone box............. 131 
Using the telephone.................. 133 
FaVOriteS) wes ss ese oo wie ae emer Ys ener 135 
MessageS .....-. 0-00 cece eee eee 135 
Listening to voicemail................ 138 
Emergency call functions.............. 138 
Directory.......... 0.0... eee eee 138 
Settings... 140 
Safety belt microphone............... 141 
TrouDLESHOOLIAG veiw v wcaueee oo useseae ee mininse 141 
AUCLCONNECE «isa & cows at ees ees 142 
General information................. 142 
Audi connect Infotainment............ 142 
Using a Wi-Fi hotspot................ 144 
Audi connect Infotainment services..... 144 
Settings...............0. 00.00 eae 146 
Troubleshooting wma « xan 9  = sere 3  2 reR 147 
Navigation....................000. 149 
Opening navigation.................. 149 
Entering adestination................ 150 
Home address.............0000 0000 155 
FaVOriteS, sax ss cave 3  @ mates &  § Bains 3 £ Bares 155 
Directory comtactsins: os scores «  3 sme & 6 eases 155 
Alternative routes)... cues cecnee renee 156 
Additional settings.................. 156 
MaPies = « soos =  © seems «  2 saews ¥  e saree ¢  & Ras 158 
Satellite map............... 02 eeeaee 161 
Accessing traffic information.......... 162 
Troubleshooting sass ¢ eee «  + seme &  + eee 164 
  
FREUHLON: ci cvies oo uscwwe oo cawoos wo sean  o comane 165 
Opening the radio.............-.004- 165 
RadiG TUNCEIONS waex 2 woen x  2 wee ae een 166 
Radioiment «  « sssoes 2  x snwons v  a cnowune «0 oman 167 
Presets ......... 02. 167 
Additional settings................0. 168 
Troubleshooting wv. ieee oewa es ood 169 
Media.......................000 00 170 
Introduction’s s « sus « = mae sv eae & v awe 170 
INGEOS 6. cecein «5 crannies evaanna i  soetiia @ «seen 170 
Media drives.............0.00 000 eee 171 
Bluetooth audio player............... 173 
Wi-Fi audio player................04. 174 
Online media and Internet radio........ 175 
Multimedia connections.............. 176 
Playing Medial. « s swioss a  2 saxsee a  6 amass «5 ne 178 
Additional settings 181 
Supported media and file formats ...... 183 
Troubleshooting sieves x  2 wer 2 o aoeeve ov ence 185 
Audi smartphone interface...... 187 
SOtup « svi ¥ « owas 9 mes se rem » women « 187 
Operating................0..0.0000. 188 
Troubleshooting «ess 2s ec8 se vee ss oes 188 
System settings.................. 189 
Setting the date andtime............. 189 
MMI-SettingS’: + eam ss wean os wom 4 e eon 189 
Connection manager...............-- 190 
System update.............0.- 0 eee ee 192 
Sound S@ttingS wees < = seme s  = eewis : eee 193 
Volume:settings oie 
Restarting the MMI (reset)............ 194 
Software license information.......... 194 
Maintenance and  Care........... 195 
Checking and Filling............. 195 
FUC bis « sence 2 maim wo ane o 8 owOR & HHT 195 
Refueling .......... 2.000 e eee ee eee 196 
Emissions control system............. 199 
Engine compartment................. 200 
Engine oil... . kee eee eee 203 
Cooling system. ..........0.--0 ee eee 206 
Brak@ fluid as s aan «  s aces es wees 3 2 eee 208 
Electrical system. ............2.-000. 208 
Battery... 00... cee cece 209  

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Side assist display .............. 
Door handle 
Central locking switch ........... 
Air vent with seat heating controls 
Lever for: 
—Turn signals and high beams .... 
— Active lane assist ............. 
Multifunction steering wheel with: 
— Horn Pe 
— Driver's airbag ............... 
— Buttons for the virtual instrument 
cluster, including the driver infor- 
mation system, audio/video, tele- 
phone, navigation and voice rec- 
ognition system 
—[START ENGINE STOP] button ... 
— Audi drive select .............. 
—Shift paddles ................ 
Audi virtual cockpit (instrument 
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Windshield washer system lever .. 
Starting the engine if there is a 
malfunction ..............00 eee 
Adjustable steering column ...... 
Cruise controllever ............. 
Instrument illumination ......... 
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Headlight control switch ........ 
Power exterior mirror adjustment . 
Power windows ................ 
Air vent including climate control 
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Lockable glove compartment 
Drives for CD, DVD, SIM/SD cards . 
Front passenger's airbag ........ 
Rear window defogger button 
Depending on equipment, buttons 
for: 
—drive select ..............0004 
— Electronic Stabilization Control 
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—Emergency flashers ........... 
— Retractable rear spoiler ........ 
Depending on equipment, center 
console with: 
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— Audi  musicinterface .......... 176 
— Audi phone box ............... 131 
@) Infotainment system on/off button . LLL 
@) Infotainment system unit ....... 111 
@8 Wind deflector button .......... 33 
@) Depending on equipment: 
— Storage compartment 
  
       
— CUP HOLMER ses x eens x eee cee 63 
Power top button .............. 31 
@ Parking’ brake: «  + cs ss wows so sors 77 
G0 Depending on equipment: 
—[START ENGINE STOP] button ... 7s 
— Sound button for exhaust door 
control 
@) Selector lever (S tronic).......... 79 
@) Tips 
Some the equipment listed here is only instal- 
led in certain models or is available as an op- 
tion. 
Indicator lights overview 
The  indicator lights in the instrument cluster 
blink or turn on. They indicate functions or mal- 
functions. 
With some indicator lights, messages may ap- 
pear and warning signals may sound. The indica- 
tor lights and messages may be covered by other 
displays. To show  them again, select the second 
tab for messages with the multifunction steering 
wheel © page 12. 
Some indicator lights in the display can display in 
several colors. 
A\ Central indicator light 
If the A or indicator light turns on, check 
the message in the instrument cluster. 
Some indicator lights turn on briefly as a function 
check when you switch the ignition on. These sys- 
tems are marked with a V in the following tables. > 
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Quick access 
  
If one of these indicator lights does not turn on, 
there is a malfunction in that system. 
The following indicator lights may be available, 
depending on the vehicle equipment: 
  
Red indicator lights 
Central indicator light 
> page 7, 
Instrument cluster 
=>page 10 
Safety belt 
=> page 51 
Engine stop while driving 
=>page 17 
  
Engine start system 
=>page 16 
Transmission  malfunction 
=> page 85 
Electromechanical parking brake 
=>page 16 
Electromechanical parking brake 
=>page 16 
     
   
   
         
   
   
   
   
   
  
Electromechanical steering Y 
=> page 108 
Steering lock 
=>page 16 
Rear spoiler 
=> page 109 
Brake system 4 
=> page 108, > page 208 
Brake system ¥ 
=> page 108, > page 208 
Electrical system 
=> page 208 
Engine oil pressure 
=> page 203 
Cooling system 
=> page 206 
  
Yellow indicator lights 
Central indicator light 
>page 7 
Safety systems ¥ 
=> page 53 
Engine control 
>page 17 
       
       
  
    
     
   
  
   
Engine start system 
=>page 16 
   
  
Remote control key 
=> page 76 
Transmission 
=> page 85 
   
   
Electromechanical parking brake 
=>page 16 
Electronic Stabilization Control (ESC) 
v 
>page 17 
Electronic Stabilization Control (ESC) 
v 
>page 17 
   
  
    
    
    
      
     
   
      
     
   
      
      
Anti-lock braking system (ABS) ¥ 
>page 17 
Anti-lock braking system (ABS) ¥ 
>page 17 
Electromechanical steering ¥ 
=> page 108 
Steering lock 
=>page 16 
Rear spoiler 
=> page 109 
Suspension control 
>page 17 
   
Engine speed limitation 
=> page 11 
Tank system 
=>page 197 
Electrical system 
=> page 208 
Engine oil level (MIN) 
=> page 203 
Engine oil sensor 
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Instrument cluster 
  
@) Note 
— Auxiliary headlights and other accessories in 
front of the air intake impair the cooling ef- 
fect of the coolant. This increases the risk of 
the engine overheating during high outside 
temperatures and heavy engine load. 
— The front spoiler also helps to distribute 
cooling air correctly while driving. If the 
spoiler is damaged, the cooling effect will 
be impaired and the risk of the engine over- 
heating will increase. See an authorized 
Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Fa- 
cility for assistance. 
Tachometer 
The tachometer @) > page 10, fig. 3 displays the 
engine speed in revolutions per minute (RPM). 
The beginning of the red zone in the tachometer 
indicates the maximum permissible engine speed 
for all gears once the engine has been broken in. 
Before reaching the red zone, you should shift in- 
to the next higher gear, choose the "D" or "S" se- 
lector lever position, or remove your foot from 
the accelerator pedal. 
Engine speed limitation 
Applies to: vehicles with center armrest 
If the Ba indicator light turns on, the engine will 
be automatically limited to the RPM displayed in 
the instrument cluster. This will protect the en- 
gine components, for example during a cold start 
or from overheating. 
The engine speed limitation deactivates once the 
engine is no longer in the critical temperature 
range and you have released the accelerator ped- 
al once. 
If the engine speed limitation was activated by 
an engine control malfunction, the By indicator 
light also turns on. Make sure the engine speed 
does not go above the speed displayed, for exam- 
ple when downshifting. Drive to an authorized 
Audi dealer or authorized Audi Service Facility im- 
mediately to have the malfunction corrected. 
CG) Note 
The needle in the tachometer may only be in 
the red area of the gauge for a short period of 
time before there is a risk of damaging the 
engine. The location where the red zone be- 
gins varies depending on the engine. 
Odometer 
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Fig. 4 Instrument cluster: odometer and reset button 
The trip odometer and odometer are displayed in 
the status line ©) > page 10, fig. 3. 
The trip odometer shows the distance driven 
since it was last reset. It can be used to measure 
short distances. The odometer shows the total 
distance that the vehicle has been driven. 
Resetting the trip odometer 
  
    > Press the reset button 0.0] on the instrument 
cluster. The trip odometer will be reset to zero. 
Gi) Tips 
Distances are displayed in mi (miles) or km 
(kilometers). 
  
Outside temperature 
display 
The outside temperature is displayed in the sta- 
tus line ©) > page 10, fig. 3. 
If your vehicle is stationary or if you are driving at 
very low speeds, the temperature displayed in 
the instrument cluster may be slightly higher 
than the actual temperature outside due to heat 
radiating from the engine. 
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Vehicle functions 
On-board computer 
Depending on the vehicle equipment, you may be 
able to access the following information in this 
order on the on-board computer > page 10, fig. 3 
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—Time and date > page 189 
— Average consumption 
— Short-term memory overview 
— Long-term memory overview 
— Energy consumers > page 15 
— Driver assistance 
The short-term memory collects driving informa- 
tion from the time the ignition is switched on un- 
til it is switched off. If you continue driving within 
two hours after switching the ignition off, the 
new values are included when calculating the cur- 
rent trip information. 
Unlike the short-term memory, the long-term 
memory is not erased automatically. You can se- 
lect the time period for evaluating trip informa- 
tion yourself. 
Energy consumers* 
The Energy consumers view lists other equip- 
ment that is currently affecting fuel consump- 
tion. The display shows up to three equipment 
items. The equipment using the most  power is 
listed first. If more than three items using power 
are switched on, the equipment that is currently 
using the most power is displayed. A chart also 
shows you the current total of all other consum- 
ers. 
Fuel consumption 
The current fuel consumption can be shown using 
a bar graph. The average consumption stored in 
the short-term memory is also displayed. If the 
bar is green, your vehicle is saving fuel (for exam- 
ple, using recuperation). 
Engine oil temperature display  and boost 
atelte- hele 
Applies to: vehicles with engine oil temperature display/boost 
indicator 
The 
engine oil temperature display and boost in- 
dicator are only shown in the enhanced view or in 
the sport view > page 13. 
Engine oil temperature indicator = 
The engine has reached its operating tempera- 
ture when the engine oil temperature is between 
176 °F (80 °C) and 248 °F (120 °C) under normal 
driving conditions. The engine oil temperature 
may be higher if there is heavy engine load and 
high temperatures outside. This is not a cause for 
concern as long as the = => page 203 or EA 
= page 203 indicator lights do not turn on. 
Boost indicator 
The current engine load (meaning the current 
boost pressure) is indicated by a bar. 
Shift light indicator 
Applies to: vehicles with shift light indicator 
The 
shift light indicator informs the driver when 
the rpm limit is reached. 
Accessing the shift light indicator 
Requirement: tiptronic mode must be activated 
> page 83. 
> Select the sport view > page 13. The shift light 
indicator is displayed with green, yellow and 
red ranges in the upper areas of the tachome- 
ter. 
The shift light indicator will blink red when ap- 
proaching the engine speed limit. Shift to the 
next highest gear at the right time. 
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Applies to: vehicles with Sport displays 
Depending on the vehicle equipment, the sport 
displays may include the G-meter, the engine da- 
ta and the tire pressure monitoring system. You 
can access the sport displays in the central area 
or in the additional display in the driver informa- 
tion system. > 
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Driving 
  
Driving 
General information 
A new vehicle must be broken in within the first 
1,000 miles (1,500 km) so that all moving parts 
work smoothly together, which helps to increase 
the service life of the engine and other drive com- 
ponents. 
Do not  drive higher than two-thirds of the maxi- 
mum permitted engine RPM during the first 600 
miles (1,000 km) and do not use full accelera- 
tion. The engine can be increased RPM gradually 
during the next 300 miles (S00 km). 
® Note 
Your Audi is not designed for towing a trailer. 
Damage caused by towing a trailer is not cov- 
ered by the warranty. 
Reducing the risk  of vehicle damage 
@) Note 
When driving on poor roads,  over  curbs, and 
on steep ramps, make sure that components 
that hang below the vehicle, such as the spoil- 
er and exhaust system, are not struck because 
they could be damaged. This especially ap- 
plies 
to vehicles with low ground clearance 
and vehicles that are heavily loaded. 
Driving through water 
If you must drive through water, follow these in- 
structions: 
— Check the stability of the ground, the current, 
and the water depth. If the ground is unstable, 
there is a strong current, or there are waves, 
the water must only reach up to the lower edge 
of the body at the most. 
— Drive carefully and no faster than at walking 
speeds to prevent the front of the vehicle from 
creating waves, because they could splash 
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above the lower edge of the body. Oncoming 
vehicles could also create waves. 
— Do not stop the vehicle while in the water. 
— Drive in reverse. 
— Do not turn the engine off. 
  
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After driving through water, press the brake 
pedal carefully to dry the brakes so that the 
full braking effect will be restored. 
C) Note 
Vehicle components such as the engine, drive 
system, suspension, or electrical system can 
be severely damaged by driving through wa- 
wel 
G@) Tips 
If possible, avoid driving through salt water 
because it increases the risk of corrosion. Use 
fresh water to clean any  vehicle components 
that come into contact with salt water. 
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driving 
The amount of fuel consumption, the environ- 
mental impact, and the wear to the engine, 
brakes, and tires depends mostly on your driving 
style. Note the following information for efficient 
and environmentally-conscious driving: 
      
— Turn off electrical equipment that is not need- 
ed,  for example seat heating*. 
— Anticipate upcoming traffic situations while 
driving to avoid unnecessary acceleration and 
braking. 
— Avoid driving at high speeds. 
— Avoid adding extra weight to the vehicle if pos- 
sible, for example by not leaving roof racks or 
bike racks installed when they are not needed. 
— Make sure the tire pressure is correct. 
— Have maintenance performed regularly on the 
vehicle. 
— Do not let the engine run while the vehicle 
parked. 
— Do not drive with winter tires during the summ- 
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pressed. To reduce the risk of an accident, 
do not inadvertently press the accelerator 
pedal and always shift into “P” when the ve- 
hicle is stopped. 
— If the power supply fails, you cannot set the 
parking brake once it is released, or release 
it  if  it is set. In this case, park the vehicle on 
level ground and secure it by engaging the 
"P” gear. Contact an authorized Audi dealer 
or authorized Audi Service Facility for assis- 
tance. 
     
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— If you do not begin driving immediately af- 
ter releasing the brake pedal, your vehicle 
may begin to roll backward. Press the brake 
pedal 
or set the parking brake immediately. 
— The hill hold assist cannot hold the vehicle 
on inclines in every scenario (for example, 
  
  
on slippery or icy ground). 
  
Sporty driving 
Applies to: RS model 
When driving in a sporty style, for example ona 
driving track, the wear on all vehicle components 
is greatly increased, especially on the engine, 
transmission, tires, brakes, and suspension. This 
can result in increased wear. Also  note the fol- 
lowing points: 
— Make sure the vehicle is in good condition. 
Make sure to check the brake pads, tire tread, 
and tire pressure (when tires are warm). 
— Beforehand, warm up the engine by driving no 
higher than two-thirds of the maximum permit- 
ted engine RPM. The engine oil temperature 
must be brought to a minimum of 140 °F 
(60 °C). 
— Before stopping the vehicle, allow the engine 
and brakes to cool back down to a regular oper- 
ating temperature by driving normally. 
If necessary, use  the following functions: 
— Dynamic Audi drive select mode* > page 96 
— Launch Control > page 84 
— Limit ESC > page 106 
  
@) Tips 
Wear caused by load does not constitute a ve- 
hicle fault as defined by the terms of the war- 
ranty. 
Automatic transmission 
Introduction 
Your vehicle is equipped with an electronically- 
controlled DSG transmission called S tronic. Two 
independent clutches transfer the power be- 
tween the engine and transmission. It allows the 
vehicle to accelerate without a noticeable inter- 
ruption in traction. 
The transmission shifts up or down automatically 
depending on which drive program is selected. 
When a moderate driving style is used, the 
transmission selects the most economical driving 
mode. The transmission upshifts at a lower RPM 
and downshifts at a higher RPM to improve fuel 
efficiency. 
The transmission switches to a sporty mode after 
a kick-down or when the driver uses a sporty driv- 
ing style characterized by quick accelerator pedal 
movements, heavy acceleration, frequent 
changes in speed, and  traveling at the maximum 
speed. 
If desired, the driver can also select the gears 
manually (tiptronic mode) > page 83. 
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Fig. 85 Instrument cluster: selector lever positions 
The Infotainment system display shows the cur- 
rent selector lever position and the engaged 
gear. 
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